Cathy McCusker
May 27, 1954 ~ September 30, 2009
Cathy McCusker, 55, of Cedar Rapids, died Wednesday, September 30, 2009, at her parent's home. Services: 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 5, 2009, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, by Deacon Jim Berger. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home on Monday. Burial: Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Cedar Rapids. Survivors include her parents, William and Norma McCusker of Cedar Rapids; three brothers, Mike (Michelle) of Cedar Rapids, Tim (Janice) of Minneapolis, Minnesota; and John (Shary) of Cedar Rapids; six nephews, Brian, Derek, Trevor, Drew, Kyle, and Payne; two nieces, Shayla and Aubrey; and a special aunt and uncle, Dorothy and Jerry Britt of Waterloo. Cathy was born May 27, 1954, in Oakland, California. She graduated from Regis High School in 1972. For all of her adult life, Cathy fought courageously against the relentless and dimly understood condition of severe mental illness. Cathy will be remembered as a generous, warm, and compassionate person who cherished her nieces and nephews. Memorials may be directed to the Abbe Center for Community Mental Health, 520 11th St. NW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405.
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Our family extends our deepest sympathy to Cathy’s family.
Norma and Bill,
My thoughts and prayers are with you now in your time of sorrow. I know how much Cathy was loved and how you were always there for her. She couldn’t have had more loving parents. I’m sure she is at peace now. I’ll talk to you soon. Love, Toni
George and I did not know Cathy well but have visited with her over the years at birthday parties at Mike and Missy’s. We are very sorry for you loss and extend our deepest sympathy. It’s never an easy thing to lose a family member, especially so unexpectedly. Cherish good memories. Much love-George and Michelle
My prayers are with all of you at this time. I am sure she is sitting with angels talking to grandpa and grandma.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Tom & Hillary Ede
& Boys
I n deepest sympathy,She was an unknowing inspiration to me,Her courage helped me in my life,I am praying for your family…God bless…Scott
Dear Bill, Norma, and the rest of the McCusker family-
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Your neighbors,
Stacie, Andy, Harper and Zane Eastman
Dear Bill and Norma: We wish to express to you and to Cathy’s siblings our deepest sympathy. Norma,I have thought of you often and when reading Cathy’s memorial my thoughts were how much she was so like you… generous, warm and compassionate. May these wonderful attributes that you both shared give you strength and comfort during this very sad and difficult time in your life. God’s Blessings, Julie & Denny
Mike, Bill, Norma, Tim and John:
It is with great sadness that I send my condolences. May you find comfort in knowing that my memories of Cathy are pleasant and kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Alberta
I am so sorry for your loss and I will keep you all in my prayers. I haven’t seen Cathy in many years, but have often thought of her and the fun times we had when we were in school. She was a good friend and KXM0caring to everyone. I live in Michigan now, but my sister sent the notice to me. I know you have the sympathy of many friends who enjoyed her friendship and kindness as well.
May God bless you all and give you comfort and peace.
Sue
I worked with Cathy at Kresge at Lindale Mall when we were both in high school. I remember her long dark hair and beautiful smile. She still has that same smile. Praying you will find comfort in Him during this difficult time.
I have fond memories of walking to the Kenwood Library Extension the summers of seventh and eighth grades with Cathy: none of my other friends liked to read! We would go and check out scads of books.
Bill & Norma,We send our deepest sympathies on your great loss of a wonderful daughter.
Mike, John, and Tim,
So sorry for the loss your sister. Always cherish the memories of the good times you enjoyed with her.
I will remember long warm evenings playing freeze tag and statue in our front yard, Camp Fire meetings and walks up to Paramount Pharmacy. Dad always called Cathy “Lefty” and she was a welcome visitor to our home. She was brilliant and fun to be with. I wish you peace, Cathy.